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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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Butler, TN
  • Watauga Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Watauga Lake Winery
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Beech Mountain Resort
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪62 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Butler

Located within a 5-minute walk of Watauga Lake, this cabin is within a few miles (5 km) of Watauga River. The cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Watauga Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Watauga River - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Watauga Lake Winery - 28 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 47 min drive - 31.7 miles
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 51 min drive - 28.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rico's Pizza & Sub's - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Captain's Table - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Butler Trading Post - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mountain view cabin with access to a private dock on Watauga Lake

Create unforgettable memories with those you love spending time with.

Our cabin is perfect for outdoor adventures; swim, boat, or fish on Watauga Lake. Dock your boat at our private dock* on Watauga Lake which is located .2 miles down the hill from the cabin. Hike the Appalachian Trail or many of the trails in the area. Visit a local winery or grill & dine on our wrap around porch while overlooking the mountain range of the Appalachian Trail. Enjoy the fire pit and watch the sun set. Challenge each other to board games or relax in porch swings/rockers/hammock while stargazing the night sky. Come and enjoy the tranquility of Watauga Lake and create unforgettable memories.

The cabin layout: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and a large 3rd floor loft.

Main Floor: The open concept main floor has a family room with tv and gas fireplace, dining table for 8, and an upscale kitchen with a farmhouse sink, gas stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave/convection oven, trash compactor, wine chiller and a large island with seating for 4. It is well stocked with all of the necessary cookware, appliances and accessories needed to make your meals. The bedroom/bathroom en-suite located on the main floor is perfect for anyone who has trouble navigating stairs. It has a king bed with 6 drawer storage underneath, a desk and a tv. In the bathroom there is a dual vanity, a separate toilet room, a large walk in shower with dual shower heads, and a full size front load washer and dryer.

2nd Floor: The 2 secondary bedrooms are located on the second floor with a shared hall bathroom that has a shower/tub combo. Each bedroom has a queen bed, dresser and a desk.

3rd Floor: The third floor loft is a large hang out space with a tv, reclining sofa and chair, plus 2 queen daybeds with full size trundle beds plus board games and cards for your enjoyment.

We welcome dogs** (pet fee required) to join your family and enjoy the beauty of the area.

Relax and give yourself a break from it all while enjoying the beauty of the mountains and lake around us, yet only 30 miles to Boone, NC or Johnson City, TN if you need all of the comforts of home. Mountain City and Elizabethton are the closest small towns to Butler.

*The cabin is not located directly on the lake, our private dock is locate a short (.2 miles) downhill walk from the cabin with a stair case that leads to the dock from the road. The walk from the dock back to the cabin is a strenuous .2 mile walk back uphill. Cove water levels vary in the fall and winter due to the TVA lake draw down

**Due to owner allergies, only allow dogs on the property with a pet fee.
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Chris and Laura R

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Non refundable pet fee of $150 per stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number 0039159

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Cabin
Vrbo Property
Watauga Lk w/ Private Dock Mountain Sunset Views
Watauga Lk w/ Private Dock-Mountain Sunset Views Butler

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this cabin?

This cabin is located in Butler, just steps from Watauga Lake. Watauga River is also within a driving distance of 2.7 mi.

Is parking available on site at this cabin?

No, there isn't parking available at the cabin.

Is this cabin adjacent to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

Is Mountain view cabin with access to a private dock on Watauga Lake a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside cabin include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Mountain view cabin with access to a private dock on Watauga Lake have a hot tub?

No, this cabin doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cabin include breakfast service?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

Are there connecting rooms at this cabin?

No, this cabin doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional), which is about 22.6 mi away. Another top airport is Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands), which is around 23.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Mountain view cabin with access to a private dock on Watauga Lake?

Yes, every cabin at Mountain view cabin with access to a private dock on Watauga Lake comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.

Mountain view cabin with access to a private dock on Watauga Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Connor C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Butler cabin 840

The cabin is well kept and a wonderful place to escape from the daily grind of life if one has kids there’s a wonderful place upstairs with a soccer table and board games the driveway is good enough to fit a vehicle the size of a Jeep gladiator but not ideal for trailer the maneuverability is not easy but for a fun get away cant be beat
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori A., Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!

Property had everything you could want -very comfortable! Lots of wonderful little touches. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Cabin!

Our stay was absolutely amazing! Chris and Laura were wonderful host and have such a beautiful cabin. We can’t wait to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene setting

Chris and Laura’s cabin was beautifully decorated for Christmas. It was the perfect size for our two families. The kitchen was well stocked and the whole atmosphere of the cabin was very cozy.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends Get Away

Our 3 families loved this property! Everything was great the kids had a blast, parents got to relax and core memories were made.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay for a Family Vacation

My family had a great time here! The house was very clean and the hosts were easy to contact. There wasn’t a yard for young kids to run around but a playground was nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

G.A. M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Property

Went up to Butler TN for a long weekend. The property is fantastic with great views. Super spacious with all the amenities one could need. The owners Laura & Chris helped out with any questions we had. They also helped to ensure we enjoyed our time away. Thanks for the fun time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Watauga mountain retreat.

The property was magnificent, the house is perfect!!! We had everything we could need couldn’t ask for anything better.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short three day stay

What a beautiful place we really enjoyed staying in the mountains
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edmund O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer Respote

Lovely home with up-to-date amenities. The owners were very organized and gave great tips and instructions and were reachable with questions. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highest Recommendation!

Our stay here exceeded all of our expectations. From our first communication with the owners to when checked out - it was a 5 star experience. The owners are wonderful to work with and receptive and prompt in answering any question. The property is immaculate in every way. We will be seeking this property out next time we visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquility

Beautiful home in the mountains ~ my family including our furry friends enjoyed our stay. Getting to the dock was definitely a great opportunity for exercise 😊~ I would love to come back in the fall the colors must be breathtaking! Overall a great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Appalachian trail hiking trip

Loved sitting on the deck with a glass of wine and a book after hiking all day. Beds were comfy, wine cooler refrigerator was a bonus. Owner was quickly responsive to any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family weekend

This is a beautiful home with comfy beds and plenty of rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather A., Palm Bay, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Stay

The view alone was amazing but the property and owners made it so much beyond amazing. The amenities were endless, things I’d never think of needing, everything was available. The house was immaculately clean and comfy! There were so many little touches that made the stay delightful. My teens were never bored, even put their devices away for most of the trip. The loft was perfect for them! WiFi was questionable at one point for my son needing to take an online exam, but it worked perfectly on the 2nd floor. Thank you, Laura and Chris, for allowing us to stay in your place. Lots of love and memories shared this week!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle & Todd G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at this cabin!

We had a great time at this cabin! The communication was super easy and quick and the place looks exactly like it does in the pictures. Clean and neat and well appointed. It’s close to food and grocery and there were plenty of recreation areas and parks close by to exercise our dog. Would absolutely recommend staying there!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Watauga Lake is Beautiful

We enjoyed the cabin. It was well stocked and clean. There is not a lake view from the cabin and a pretty long walk to the dock. We had a boat and made it work but the walk up the hill multiple times a day was hard. The cabin was very comfortable and worked well for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey L.

Liked: Cleanliness

perfect for a weekend in the mountains

This was a really nice property in a good neighborhood. just wish the dock was a little closer to the house. perfect for a weekend away.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ebony H., summerfield,usa

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cabin

This was a great stay everything was so nice the experience on being their was great we all loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miriam C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends and Family

Exceptional week. Property was great. House very comfortable and stocked with everything we needed. Butler has an interesting history and we thoroughly enjoyed the museum tour with Juanita. And the lagniappe(a little something extra) of deer meat from Cheryl was a real treat.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous! Perfect for meeting up with family in North Carolina!

~This was the perfect "meet in the middle" cabin for us and our cousins from North Carolina. ~The owners were great and quick to respond to any questions we had. Check in/out was super easy, as well. The cabin was beautiful and, although you cannot see the lake from the cabin, it's nestled amongst the trees and has a spectacular view of the mountains, and you can experience beautiful sunsets. All of the doors have the ability to open just a screen door and let in the mountain breeze throughout the entire cabin. There's a fireplace with gas logs in the living room which makes it cozy feeling at night. ~The kitchen was well stocked and even had a really nice digital thermometer for the steaks we cooked on the outdoor gas grill one night. ~The master bedroom (with a king bed) and bathroom were amazing. The shower is large and has two shower heads in it. There are two bedrooms on the second floor with queen beds. They share a bathroom. ~On the third floor, it's all open (you can look over the railing down to the first floor) and huge. Perfect place for kids to hang out and play air hockey, take naps or play board games...all of which our "kids" (technically adults, but they're in college, so still kids to us :) did and enjoyed. I will say, like others have mentioned, it's all open so you can hear everything they are saying, as well as they can hear everything you say on the first floor, which was actually kinda cool because I didn't have to walk up all those steps every morning to wake them up, I just yell up to them to wake up. Lol! I will mention also that there isn't a bathroom on the third floor, so anyone that stays up there will have to use one of the bathrooms/showers on the first or second floor. ~The owners left a sweet little basket of items to make s'mores, and we did at the outdoor gas fireplace :) which is on the deck right outside the sliding door from the living room. ~A couple of mornings we took a walk around to the lake (absolutely breathtaking that time of morning!), and we saw the dock, but we didn't go down there, only because we weren't really there for the water...and it was chilly this time of year, but it's nice. ~Overall, it was a great place to get together with family we only see once a year. We hung out and chilled together, went to High Country UTV Tours near Roan Mountain (SO fun!), took a little hike at Roan Mountain, played games, and watched the UT/Alabama game...GO VOLS! :D ~Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Faye S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Extended weekend getaway for the family

Our family had a good stay at this cabin. Other than trying to find it in the dark (to be fair, we are from the flatlands of Illinois, so it was a tad intimidating), getting there and checking in was very easy. The owners were very responsive to questions/messages, often getting back to us within minutes, which we appreciated! The cabin was clean and stocked, we cooked quite a bit while there, and there was plenty of pots/pans/appliances to make it like home. The owners had left us a sweet basket of s'more fixings to be used with the outdoor firepit, which was thoughtful. It is a family friendly cabin, with lots of board games, extra pillows/towels, etc. We dont have toddlers/babies, but I did notice there were lots of safety features for small kids, like gates on the deck, door alarms, and easy baby gates on the stairs if needed. The vaulted ceiling of the three-floor cabin was beautiful and what I was looking for in a mountain cabin. As previous reviews mentioned, it did make it a tad harder with the younger kids' bedtimes as far as noise or lights, but we brought a box fan as a sound machine and didnt really have major problems. The loft was a fun place for the kids to play, and it is quite large! The bathrooms were super clean, and the master shower is wonderful. Only major bummer is that one of the biggest reasons we chose this house over a few others that were closer to our day hikes was it has a private dock and paddleboat included in the price that we could take out at-will to explore the cove and lake. However the paddleboat wasn't there when we arrived (owners were notified, responded immediately, and did try to find it), and it really did really limit our interaction with the lake. Again, not likely in the control of the owners, but was disappointing to us as far as a big expected activity that got cut out of the vacation. All in all, a good experience. Nice location, and we were able to take a day trip to Grandfather Mountain and Elk River Falls, both worth the drive and time. Ate at Southern Craft Restaurant at the lake, and it was good BBQ. I would recommend this cabin, and thanks to the owners for their hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Michelle P.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Tired property

Open air floor plan with noise made it difficult for family to rest at night. 2nd and 3rd floors never cooled. Beds were uncomfortable and fans need to be serviced. Master bath was very nice. Master bed was uncomfortable with heating pad mattress cover. Dock area in very low water with damaged properties surrounding it. Paddle boat was full of water. Washer smelled of mildew
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family getaway

The cabin was clean and beautiful, just as described. It served as a comfortable home base for our family’s mountain and lake adventures. We enjoyed the views from the deck, paddle boarding and swimming from the dock, and catching up with old friends who live in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022